4.16.2018
Steel Tube Institute Addresses Use of Standard Rigid Couplings in Hazardous Locations
Atkore has received periodic questions on the use of our standard couplings on Rigid and IMC conduit in Class 1 Division 1 hazardous locations during the last year. Often, these questions arise in the form of requests for the explosion proof listing associated with the coupling, which does not exist.…
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7.11.2017
The Water Side of Our Business
Atkore’s PVC brands have a significant PVC water and plumbing pipe business, which supplies plastic products for irrigation, DWV (Drain-Waste-Vent), well casing and sewer and drain systems. The Atkore water pipe business also has significant possibilities for growth. According to a 2007 EPA survey, the nationwide infrastructure need is estimated…
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7.10.2017
All Atkore LEED Letters Updated to LEED Version 4
LEED, also known as “Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design”, is a green building certification program that recognizes building strategies and practices. There are different tiers of LEED certification such as Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum; the level of certification depends on how many points a project is able to…
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6.4.2017
NSF Certification and Atkore’s PVC Brands
Atkore’s PVC brands manufacture a series of product lines for use in non-electrical applications, which often require certification by the National Sanitation Foundation. Choosing a product certified by NSF lets you know the company complies with strict standards and procedures imposed by NSF. From extensive product testing and material analyses…
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4.7.2017
The National Electrical Code Process Explained
The National Electrical Code® (NEC®), or NFPA 70, is a regionally adoptable standard for the installation of electrical wiring and equipment developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). As with all NFPA standards, development of the NEC is an open process built on a consensus of input from the…
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3.30.2017
How 2017 NEC Code Changes Impact Atkore Electrical Raceway Products
When considering which electrical raceway product to use for your project, knowing what is allowed by the National Electrical Code® (NEC) is crucial. The NEC is a living document that is on a three year revision cycle which means you need to be aware of any changes as revisions are…
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10.3.2016
New Opportunities for Atkore Products With Growth of Alternative Energy Industry
According to a report recently issued by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), alternative energy is poised for significant growth. That’s good news for Atkore, since we have several products that are used in this continuously-evolving industry, including conduits, fittings, metal framing, Liquid Tight Flexible Conduit, MC Cable, cable tray…
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9.5.2016
Earning Our Marks: A Critical Part of the Atkore Mission
Conformity Assessment is a critical foundation component of the Atkore mission statement and its successful implementation. Many of our product lines are required to comply with a product standard that is used in building or other installation codes in North America. This system allows for the safe and effective use…
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8.3.2016
Conflict Minerals: Reporting as a Public Company
Three years ago, as a privately held company, Atkore International adopted and implemented a conflict minerals policy. The policy consists of an annual review of Atkore products and raw materials, a reasonable country of origin inquiry for raw materials, and supplier terms and conditions which require our suppliers to certify…
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3.28.2016
NEMA Standards Play a Vital Role in Manufacturing of Atkore Electrical Raceway Products
Atkore International manufactures a number of electrical raceways, which we define as “the mechanical infrastructure that deploys, isolates and protects a structure’s electrical circuitry from source to outlet.” Before Atkore can successfully implement its Mission Statement (To be the Customer’s first choice for electrical raceway and mechanical product and solutions,…
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